What Causes Intermenstrual Bleeding

Intermenstrual bleeding refers to vaginal bleeding at any time during the menstrual cycle other than during normal menstruation. The most common causes of intermenstrual bleeding include: Cancer or precancer — A cancer or a precancerous growth on the uterus or cervix can cause intermenstrual bleeding.

Is intermenstrual bleeding normal?

The majority of women will at some point experience bleeding in the middle of the menstrual cycle. This is called intermenstrual bleeding, or spotting. As with other variations from normal bleeding, sometimes spotting is not something you need to worry about, and other times it can be a sign of a problem.

How can I stop intermenstrual bleeding?

Preventing vaginal bleeding between periods If you take birth control pills, do so as directed to avoid a hormonal imbalance. Exercise moderately to maintain health and reduce stress. To manage pain, use ibuprofen (Advil) or naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), which can actually help reduce bleeding.